ISEE Sponsor Spotlight: Austin Powder
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“Austin Powder was founded in 1833 as a family business, which makes us different from our competitors, and it’s one of the key reasons why people buy from us – because they trust us, and they know that the Austin name means quality, it means reliability, it means dependability.”
--John Rathbun, President & CEO Austin Powder
Our mission is to improve the world we live in through the safe and responsible use of explosives.
Austin Powder has a clear strategy to achieve our mission. A focus on safety, continuous innovation, commitmentto quality, strategic collaboration with suppliers and customers and commitment to sustainability.
Our behaviors are driven by our values: Safety is our 1st priority, we are customer-focused, we leverage the power of Family, and we Treat everyone with Respect.
At Austin Powder, we create innovations that make a real difference to the customers we serve. These advancements not only redefine safety and efficiency in rock-breaking technologies but also reflect a commitment to tailored solutions. In the dynamic field of explosives, we prioritize the unique needs of each individual customer, contribute to the evolution of the industry, and set new standards for safety, performance, and client satisfaction.
Recent Innovations That Matter:
Temperature Measuring Electronic Detonator
Austin Powder has developed a groundbreaking method for safer blasting by employing electronic detonators with integrated temperature measuring capabilities (ITM). Addressing the industry's common challenge of elevated blast hole temperatures, the ITM detonators monitor real-time temperatures at various locations within the blast hole, enabling instant responses to temperature changes. Deployed at a Mexican mine site, the ITM detonators provided unprecedented real-time temperature data, facilitating the creation of adaptive elevated temperature handling policies. The mine can also be mapped for future designs and product selection for safety and performance. This innovative approach enhances safety by preventing risks associated with elevated temperatures during the drill and blast process.
Paradigm Predictive Modeling Software
Our blasting experts equipped with Paradigm have access to engineering models that can be used to minimize environmental effects and maximize blast performance to meet customer requirements and ensure specifications are met.
Paradigm consists of a suite of blast design tools and advanced engineering models contained within a modern and easy-to-use software package. An Austin Powder professional designing blasts with Paradigm is equipped with the best tools on the market. These tools enable Austin Powder to consistently deliver safe, productive, and predictable blasting results to all our customers on each and every blast.
Paradigm was developed by Igneous Tech, Cameron McKenzie, and Austin Powder. It has been honed and validated by Austin Powder’s global technical service experts for over six years.
Innovations for Underground Operations
Austin Powder specializes in innovative underground blasting solutions, collaborating with mining operations to enhance productivity and cost efficiency. We offer customizable underground bulk loading equipment like the versatile Red D Miner, which can be adapted to diverse mining methods. The Centralized Underground Blasting Equipment (CUBE) integrates advanced and encrypted blasting technology into mine communication networks for safer blasting practices. The E*STAR electronic detonator system ensures safety, security, and precise blasting results. With a commitment to customer-focused solutions and unparalleled customer service, Austin Powder continues to develop cutting-edge blasting products and software for various industries globally.
Customer Focused Technical Services
For 190 years, Austin Powder has been in the business of helping customers break rock safely and efficiently. Today, Austin serves operations in mining, quarrying, construction, pipeline, and oil and gas across the globe. We offer a wide range of service opportunities that can be tailored to fit the needs of different customers and industries. Our long history of serving these various industries is reflected in the continuous development of safer and more reliable blasting products, more efficient blast services, and innovative technologies. This foundational knowledge is further enhanced when paired with the advanced capabilities of our experienced technical service specialists located around the world.
· An Austin Technical Representative or Blaster is present in well over 35,000 blasts per year, and an Austin Blaster pulls the trigger on over 28,000 of those blasts.
· An Austin Powder professional designing blasts with Paradigm is equipped with the best tools on the market to minimize environmental effects and maximize blast performance.
